Overview
The HMC517 is a high dynamic range GaAs pHEMT MMIC Low Noise Amplifier (LNA) produced by Analog Devices Inc. This amplifier is designed to operate within the 17 to 26 GHz frequency range, making it suitable for various high-frequency applications. The HMC517 is characterized by its low noise figure, high gain, and robust performance across a wide temperature range.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Typical Value | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Frequency Range | 17 - 26 | GHz |
| Gain | 19 | dB |
| Noise Figure | 2.2 | dB |
| Output IP3 | +24 | dBm |
| Supply Voltage | +3 | V |
| Supply Current | 65 | mA |
| Input Return Loss | 17 | dB |
| Output Return Loss | 10 | dB |
| Output Power for 1 dB Compression (P1dB) | 8 - 12.5 | dBm |
| Die Size | 2.14 x 1.32 x 0.1 | mm |
Key Features
- High dynamic range GaAs pHEMT MMIC Low Noise Amplifier.
- Operates in the 17 to 26 GHz frequency range.
- Provides 19 dB of small signal gain.
- Low noise figure of 2.2 dB.
- High output IP3 greater than +24 dBm.
- Single supply operation at +3V with a current consumption of 65 mA.
- 50 Ohm matched input and output.
- Compact die size of 2.14 x 1.32 x 0.1 mm, suitable for hybrid or MCM assemblies.
Applications
- Point-to-Point Radios.
- Point-to-Multi-Point Radios and VSAT.
- Test Equipment and Sensors.
- Military and Space applications.
Q & A
- What is the frequency range of the HMC517?
The HMC517 operates in the 17 to 26 GHz frequency range.
- What is the typical gain of the HMC517?
The HMC517 provides 19 dB of small signal gain.
- What is the noise figure of the HMC517?
The noise figure of the HMC517 is 2.2 dB.
- What is the output IP3 of the HMC517?
The output IP3 of the HMC517 is greater than +24 dBm.
- What is the supply voltage and current for the HMC517?
The HMC517 operates on a single supply voltage of +3V with a current consumption of 65 mA.
- What are the typical applications of the HMC517?
The HMC517 is ideal for use in Point-to-Point Radios, Point-to-Multi-Point Radios and VSAT, Test Equipment and Sensors, and Military and Space applications.
- What is the die size of the HMC517?
The die size of the HMC517 is 2.14 x 1.32 x 0.1 mm.
- Is the HMC517 suitable for hybrid or MCM assemblies?
- What is the input and output return loss of the HMC517?
The input return loss is 17 dB, and the output return loss is 10 dB.
- What is the output power for 1 dB compression (P1dB) of the HMC517?
The output power for 1 dB compression (P1dB) ranges from 8 to 12.5 dBm.
